Rare Italian Grapes 101: Ciliegiolo

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Don’t be shocked if this is a grape you may have never heard of before or find a little difficult to pronounce. Ciliegiolo is a lesser-known red grape variety primarily grown in Italy. But, that doesn’t make it any less special. At Domenico Winery, we’re bringing you wines made from this fantastic grape with a […]

4 Southern Italian White Wines to Drink This Summer

Panoramic view of Positano on the Amalfi Coast in Italy, with boats floating in the blue sea, framed by lush greenery.

There is nothing like Southern Italian white wines. They are the underdogs that make the best companions in the summertime. Each channels the gorgeous coastline of southern Italy, through its color, freshness, and beauty. Let’s explore the 4 southern Italian white wines to drink this summer, each hailing from the stunning region of Campania. Falanghina […]

Ideas for a Summer Wine Dinner Party Al Fresco

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Summer wine dinner parties are always a good idea. They are a wonderful way to enjoy the warm weather, gather with friends and family, and indulge in delicious food.  We gathered our best summer wine dinner party ideas to help you host an awesome evening with the people and wines you love most.  7 Ideas […]

Italian Grapes 101: Freisa

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Piedmont may be known for Nebbiolo, the grape behind the world-renowned Barolo and Barbaresco wines. But, this Italian region is home to many other incredible grape varietals, one, in particular, being Freisa. So, what is Freisa? And, why should you be drinking it? Well, Freisa is a grape far from boring. It produces fresh, friendly, […]

The Incredible Wines of Campania with Historia Antiqua

The Italian wine world is a big and diverse one. What many do not know is how a major chunk of California winemaking history lays in the hands of Italian immigrants. Staying connected to those roots is important, something which is very close to the hearts of the Chirchillos, the family behind Domenico Winery in […]

5 Sparkling Wines to Celebrate the New Year

What does New Year’s Eve mean? Parties, friends, family, and bubbles! You can’t celebrate the New Year without a nice bottle of sparkling wine. When you head to the wine store, you may be overwhelmed with choices. Don’t fret! With this list of 5 sparkling wines to celebrate the New Year, you will enter 2023 […]

Fascinating Italian Wines: Greco di Tufo

Campania, Italy is famous for many things – the Amalfi Coast, the pizza Margherita, and wine. This region has so much great wine that the ancient Romans used to rave about it a lot. And, one of those wines was Greco di Tufo. This dazzling wine is unique. It’s a gem of Campania, bringing a […]

Fascinating Italian Wine Grapes: Coda di Volpe

Italy is home to more native grapes than any other country. We’re talking over 2,000 grape varieties that we know of! Of course, there are the very well-known ones: Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, and Pinot Grigio, to name a few. However, various lesser-known grape varieties are amazing too. And, there’s one close to our hearts. Its name […]

Famous Italian Wines 101: Fiano

When people think of Italian white wines, their first thoughts are usually Pinot Grigio or maybe Vermentino. This may lead some to assume that Northern Italy is home to the best white wines, but that’s not true at all. Central and Southern Italy is home to some impressive white wines, and one of them is […]

Fascinating Italian Grapes 101: Nero D’Avola

You can’t talk about Sicilian wines without mentioning Nero D’Avola. This red grape is a hallmark of Sicilian winemaking. Nero D’Avola is ancient, versatile, and delicious. It’s no wonder that the Nero D’Avola attracted winemakers around the globe, as the grape has found itself new homes in places like California and Australia.  So, what makes […]